At the University of Notre Dame in …

“Dream, Make Choices, Set Priorities”

A total of 2,120 college degrees were awarded by the University of Notre Dame during its 181st commencement ceremony, Commencement 2026...

19 May, 2026

Assisi - Presentation of the Tripty…

Everyone is called to become an agent of Peace and Reconciliation

For the first time, three States have joined together for a common numismatic issue. This...

15 May, 2026

For the first time, a triptych of c…

Coins created through a collaboration between Italy, the Vatican, and San Marino unveiled

Assisi, 14 May 2026 – The numismatic triptych dedicated to the...

14 May, 2026

Issues by the Postal and Philately …

Stamp and special die emissionis postmark for the first anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV

On the first anniversary of the election of Leo...

13 May, 2026

Members of the Board of the Vatican…

Pope Leo received the members of the Board of the Vatican Observatory Foundation (VOF) in audience on Monday morning, May 11, in the Consistory Hall...

12 May, 2026

At the Basilica of Mary Help of Chr…

“Three Saturday Evenings Dedicated to Women” is the initiative taking place in Turin, at the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians, on the Saturdays leading...

12 May, 2026

First Anniversary of the Election o…

The Rosary for Peace in the World

“Today is the day of the Prayer of Supplication to Our Lady of Pompeii. Our Mother Mary always wants...

8 May, 2026

New Numismatic Issues Available

The Governorate of Vatican City State presents the 2025 gold coin collection, a series of numismatic issues of great artistic and symbolic value dedicated to...

6 May, 2026

At the Pontifical Gregorian Univers…

“The AI and the Future of Work” was the theme of the international conference held on Tuesday morning, May 5, at the Pontifical Gregorian University...

6 May, 2026

Interview with Father Richard D’Sou…

A New Asteroid Named After Leo XIII

The naming of a new asteroid after Pope Leo XIII is intended to draw public attention to the Pope’s...

6 May, 2026

Three States, One Tribute to Saint …

Italy, San Marino and the Vatican together Celebrate the Saint of Assisi

Rome, 4 May 2026 – “The Canticle of the Creatures”, one of the most...

4 May, 2026

First outing for the children of th…

Friday, April 24 was a special day for 11 children from the “San Francesco e Santa Chiara” nursery school within the Vatican City, as they...

4 May, 2026

The Heydar Aliyev Foundation and th…

For the restoration of four historic statues in the Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls

A contribution has been made to carry out restoration...

2 May, 2026

Asteroids named for Pope Leo XIII a…

The Vatican Observatory is pleased to report that four asteroids have been named for important figures in the history of the Observatory, including Pope Leo...

30 April, 2026

During the visit to the Pontifical …

Pope Leo XIV signed the oversized replica of the commemorative stamp

During his visit to the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy marking the 325th anniversary of its foundation...

28 April, 2026

On the 40th anniversary of the East…

A “tulip tree” is planted in the Vatican Gardens

To celebrate 40 years of floral decorations donated to the Pope for the Easter celebrations, a Liriodendron...

27 April, 2026

Vatican Postal and Philately Servic…

Stamp, folder, commemorative envelope and special die emissionis postmark for the 325th  anniversary of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy

The Postal and Philately Service of the Directorate...

24 April, 2026

Vatican Telescope becoming availaib…

The Vatican Observatory is making its main telescope available to students at Jesuit universities

Recently, the Observatory successfully completed the robotization and automation of its Vatican...

22 April, 2026

Vatican Coins and Stamps: Agreement…

The agreement was signed this morning by the President of the Governorate, Sister Raffaella Petrini, and the CEO of the Italian Mint (IPZS) Michele Sciscioli.

Vatican...

21 April, 2026

New Issue by the Postal and Philate…

On the Dies Natalis of Pope Francis

The Postal and Philatelic Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Systems of the Governorate of the Vatican...

21 April, 2026

First anniversary of the death of P…

“Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you; carefully consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith” (Hebrews...

21 April, 2026

Rector’s Awards Presented at the Po…

During the 31st Annual Rector’s Dinner of the Pontifical North American College in Rome, held on Thursday evening, April 16, Monsignor Thomas W. Powers, presented...

18 April, 2026

Transforming waste into a resource:…

New electric vehicle for waste collection

In keeping with its goal of reaching zero emissions, another step has been added to the “Ecological Conversion 2030” program...

16 April, 2026

Agreement between the Governorate o…

An agreement was signed on Friday, April 10, between the Governorate of Vatican City and Elli Mobility, a company of the Volkswagen Group. The agreement...

14 April, 2026

The President of the Governorate in…

The President of the Governorate, Sr. Raffaella Petrini, participated in the annual Board meeting of the Florida Chapter of the Patrons of the Arts in...

13 April, 2026

New Issue from the Postal and Phila…

On the 1025th Anniversary of the Apparition in Foggia Italy of Mary Mother of God Crowned

The Postal and Philatelic Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications...

13 April, 2026

New Issue by the Vatican Postal and…

Apostolic Journey of Pope Leo XIV in Africa

The Postal and Philately Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Systems of the Governorate of the...

10 April, 2026

Interview with Engineer Salvatore F…

During 2026, renovation, modernization, and upgrading works will be completed at the barracks of the Corps of Gendarmerie of the Vatican City State and those...

8 April, 2026

Easter 2026

From Darkness to Light

During Easter Vigil, the night in which we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus from the dead, the Church speaks to us in...

4 April, 2026

On the Lord’s Passion - Good Friday…

The meaning of Christ’s Passion

1. The passion of him by whose blood our delinquencies have been blotted out is solemnly read, solemnly celebrated every year...

3 April, 2026

The Lord’s supper (Maundy Thursday)…

1. “Jesus… rose from supper and took off his outer garments. He took a towel and tied it around his waist. Then he poured water...

2 April, 2026

At the Vatican Museums, the Inaugur…

“The Barberini Tapestry Workshop – The Resurrection and the Dedication of St. Peter’s Basilica” is the theme of the exhibition inaugurated on Monday afternoon, March...

31 March, 2026

Summer Camp for Kids in the Vatican…

“Around the World in 80 Days” is the theme of the seventh edition of the Vatican Summer Camp for Kids, which will take place from...

31 March, 2026

Institutional Visit of the CEO of P…

On Wednesday, March 25, a delegation led by the CEO of Poste Albania, Etien Xhafaj, visited the headquarters of Vatican Post, where they were welcomed...

31 March, 2026

Coins commemorates Saint Francis: …

Agreement signed today for a coordinated issue: three coins united in a single project for the 800th anniversary of the Saint’s death

Vatican City, March 30...

30 March, 2026

The Vatican participates in Earth H…

Lights off in St. Peter’s Square

Turning off the lights of monuments for one hour to save energy and reduce CO₂ emissions. This is the Earth...

30 March, 2026

The Shrine of Arenzano (Genoa) Dona…

Light of hope and symbol of God’s love for humanity

A wooden statue of the Infant Jesus is now present in the Church of Mary, Mother...

28 March, 2026

New issues from the Postal and Phil…

Pope Leo XIV visits the Principality of Monaco

The Postal and Philately Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Systems of the Governorate of the...

27 March, 2026

Press Release of the Governorate of…

Thousands of multicolored flowers and plants from Italy and the Netherlands will adorn St. Peter’s Square and the Basilica for the celebrations of Holy Week...

27 March, 2026

Cardinal Vérgez Alzaga celebrates M…

Fostering trust in Christ Jesus

Cardinal Fernando Vérgez Alzaga, President Emeritus of the Governorate of the Vatican City State, celebrated Mass on the Fifth Sunday of...

26 March, 2026